Tokyo, Japan

Kimiaki Tanaka

This inventor holds 6 USPTO granted patents and 1 published patent application and 1 EPO patent. Top assignees: Nippon Steel Corporation, Zeon Corporation, Tokyo Electron Limited. Active years: 1994-2010.

IDiyas Innovation Intelligence. (2026). Inventor Profile: Kimiaki Tanaka. Retrieved from https://idiyas.com/inventor/kimiaki-tanaka-11fm68sl

Data source: USPTO (United States Patent and Trademark Office) public patent records. Weekly synchronization. How IDiyas builds this profile

Calculating rank
USPTO Granted Patents = 6 

% Patents Active = 83.3


Average Co-Inventor Count = 3.0

ph-index = 3

Forward Citations = 12(Granted Patents)


Location History:

  • Kanagawa, JP (1996)
  • Tokyo, JP (1994 - 2010)
  • Tokyo-To, JP (2010)

Company Filing History:


Years Active: 1994-2010

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6 patents (USPTO):Explore Patents

Title: Kimiaki Tanaka: Innovator in Semiconductor Technology

Introduction

Kimiaki Tanaka is a prominent inventor based in Tokyo, Japan. He has made significant contributions to the field of semiconductor technology, holding a total of 6 patents. His work focuses on innovative methods and materials that enhance the performance and manufacturing processes of semiconductor devices.

Latest Patents

Tanaka's latest patents include advancements in semiconductor devices and methods for manufacturing these devices. One notable invention is a semiconductor device that features an insulation film made of a fluoridation carbon film, which has undergone a thermal history of 420°C or lower. This invention is characterized by the inclusion of hydrogen atoms in the fluoridation carbon film, which is limited to 3 atomic % or less before the thermal treatment. Another significant patent involves a gas for plasma reactions, specifically a chainlike perfluoroalkyne with 5 or 6 carbon atoms, ideally perfluoro-2-pentyne. This gas is particularly effective for dry etching, plasma CVD for thin film formation, and plasma ashing, and is synthesized through a reaction involving dihydrofluoroalkane or monohydrofluoroalkene compounds with a basic compound.

Career Highlights

Throughout his career, Kimiaki Tanaka has worked with notable companies such as Nippon Steel Corporation and Zeon Corporation. His experience in these organizations has allowed him to develop and refine his expertise in semiconductor technology, contributing to his innovative patent portfolio.

Collaborations

Tanaka has collaborated with esteemed colleagues, including Tatsuya Sugimoto and Toshiro Yamada. These partnerships have fostered a collaborative environment that encourages the exchange of ideas and advancements in technology.

Conclusion

Kimiaki Tanaka is a distinguished inventor whose work in semiconductor technology has led to several important patents. His innovative approaches and collaborations continue to influence the field, making him a key figure in the advancement of semiconductor devices.

Profile summary based on public USPTO records.
Data Sources: USPTO Patent Grant XML, Patent Center, EPO & CIPO • Normalized by IDiyas Innovation Graph. Methodology & provenance architecturePlease report any incorrect information to [email protected]
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